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Suspected meteorite turns out to be just a big lump of coal
Posted: Updated:A suspected meteorite found by two sisters at the Jersey Shore last week is actually just a large lump of coal.
Jean and Nora Muchanic came across a rock that looked like it had been dipped in tar on Silver Beach Jan. 11 and suspected that it could be a meteorite. The sisters turned the item over to the Franklin Institute in Philadelphia for testing.
RELATED: Sisters find possible meteorite on Silver Beach
Nora Muchanic posted on her Facebook page Thursday that the object was tested by chief astronomer Derrick Pitts, who determined that the object was not from outer space, but was simply a large lump of coal.
“Nothing from another galaxy, now just a big ugly paperweight!” Muchanic posted.
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Reports: NJ lawmakers hope to vote on recreational marijuana this month
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Forecast: Storm bringing some snow, rain, wintry mix
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Here's the latest News 12 weather update.
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Police: Man arrested in fatal stabbing of parents in Englewood
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Really good neighbor: Woman donates kidney to save man's life
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Disgraced former Congressman Anthony Weiner has been released from federal prison in Massachusetts.
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Prosecutors: 1 dead, 2 hurt in Newark shooting
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Suspected meteorite turns out to be just a big lump of coal
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News 12 New Jersey wants to announce your wedding. If you were married in the past 90 days, please submit your photos via Twitter or Instagram using #JustMarriedNJ.
2019 PNC Bank Arts Center Concert Lineup
2019 PNC Bank Arts Center Concert Lineup
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Check out the 2019 concert series lineup at PNC Bank Arts Center,
61st annual Grammy Awards
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The Hard Rock Casino in Atlantic City opened its doors on June 28 at the site of the old Trump Taj Mahal. The Hard Rock is living up to its name with a lineup of some of music's biggest stars.
2019 Jones Beach Summer Concert Lineup
2019 Jones Beach Summer Concert Lineup
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Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater is rolling out a new concert lineup for 2019.
Guide: New Jersey Breweries
Guide: New Jersey Breweries
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Looking to check out brewery this summer? There are many breweries across the state for beer-lovers to visit. Check out our list for breweries in your area.
Frida Kahlo exhibit at the Brooklyn Museum
Frida Kahlo exhibit at the Brooklyn Museum
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Patriots top Rams to win Super Bowl LIII
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